Marilyn Fernandez
Waterbury,CT
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Attendant with extensive experience at Trinity Health of New England, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and emotional support. Proven ability to maintain safety protocols and improve workflow efficiency, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Attendant
Trinity Health of New England / St. Mary’s Hospital
07.2016 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, promoting a hygienic environment.
- Supported patients with mobility, enhancing independence and improving overall well-being.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and medical personnel to ensure continuity of care.
- Trained new staff on protocols for patient assistance and safety procedures effectively.
- Implemented feedback from nursing staff to improve workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment by maintaining infection control procedures and adhering to hospital guidelines.
- Reduced risks of skin breakdowns through diligent monitoring, repositioning of patients as needed, and effective wound care management under nurse supervision.
- Improved patient satisfaction by offering emotional support, engaging in active listening, and fostering positive relationships.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by maintaining accurate records and reporting important patient data to relevant stakeholders.
- Prevented falls among high-risk patients through vigilant observation, implementation of safety measures, and timely intervention when necessary.
- Promoted a culture of safety by consistently following established protocols and reporting any potential hazards or issues promptly to appropriate personnel.
- Assisted in the training of new nursing attendants by sharing best practices and offering guidance on daily tasks, contributing to overall staff development.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Accelerated mealtime routines by feeding patients unable to eat independently while considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Promoted patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during shift changes by providing thorough hand-off reports and ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Supported family members during difficult times by providing empathetic communication, addressing concerns, and relaying pertinent updates on their loved ones'' conditions.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kennedy High School
Waterbury, CT06-1989
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Patient lifting
- Feeding assistance
- Patient transport
- Oral hygiene
- Supply restocking
- Nursing support
- Toileting assistance
- Bedside assistance
- Reliable team player
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Supporting personal needs
- Safety precautions
- Compassionate caregiver
- Adaptable
- Bedside manner
- Patient relationship building
- Patient assessments
- Electronic charting
- End-of-life care
- Documenting behaviors
- Responding to emergencies
- Healthcare ethics
- Geriatric care
- Maintaining privacy
- Companionship and emotional support
- Valid [state] driver's license
- Inpatient care
- Ambulation assistance
- Trustworthy companion
- Observing responses
- Family support and assistance
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Vital sign recording
- Infection control procedures
- Intake recording
- Teamwork
- Time management
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
Timeline
Nursing Attendant
Trinity Health of New England / St. Mary’s Hospital
07.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kennedy High School